Mascot travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mascot

With a population of 15.985, Mascot is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mascot to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Mascot

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Bufala (19-33 Kent Rd) and Hinataya (Shop 1 14 Etherden Walk) are great picks.

When to visit Mascot

Mascot in April
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mascot in April
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mascot

Plane

When flying to Mascot, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 2 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Mascot include IndiGo, American Airlines and Air Canada.

Car

Another option to get to Mascot is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 6 km from Mascot. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Mascot. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Mascot takes 1159 km and will cost you around $248. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $165 for a journey of 1642 km.

Plane

When flying to Mascot, you’ll arrive at Sydney Airport (SYD), which is located 2 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Mascot include IndiGo, American Airlines and Air Canada.

Car

Another option to get to Mascot is to pick up a car hire from Sydney, which is about 6 km from Mascot. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Sydney.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Mascot. From Melbourne, the bus ride to Mascot takes 1159 km and will cost you around $248. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $165 for a journey of 1642 km.

Airlines serving Mascot

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,537 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mascot

From 5-star hotels such as the Meriton Suites Mascot Central to great affordable options like the Sydney Airport Suites, Mascot offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $181 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mascot

Most booked hotels in Mascot

Avonmore On The Park Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$135+
St Marks Randwick
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$129+
High Cross Randwick by Sydney Lodges
0 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$127+

Hiring a car in Mascot

Hiring a car in Mascot costs $49 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Mascot.

Expect to pay $1.81 per litre in Mascot (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.64 and $28.85. The most frequently booked car type in Mascot is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Land Cruiser or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mascot costs $49 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 29% cheaper than airport locations in Mascot.

Expect to pay $1.81 per litre in Mascot (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.64 and $28.85. The most frequently booked car type in Mascot is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Toyota Land Cruiser or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.